£100,000 boost for community eco-friendly projects
Community groups and young people across the West Midlands are being invited to apply for a grant.
The West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) has allocated £100,000 to support community groups and young people in implementing environmentally-friendly projects. This funding is part of the Circular Economy Call to Action Fund and is being distributed through two separate grants. The first grant allows groups to apply for up to £5,000, while the second, the Youth Climate Action Fund, is specifically for individuals aged 15 to 24 and offers grants of up to £2,500.
Richard Parker, the West Midlands Mayor, highlighted the numerous initiatives taking place in communities across the region to enhance their green credentials, health, and resilience. He mentioned examples such as tree planting, encouraging walking and cycling, and promoting repair over disposal. Parker emphasized that these seemingly small actions have a significant impact on people's lives and foster a strong sense of pride within neighborhoods.
The WMCA Mayor expressed enthusiasm for supporting community groups with the necessary funding and expertise to develop and execute additional great ideas, thereby expanding their reach and effect. All projects must concentrate on improving air quality, aiding communities in adapting to climate change, or restoring natural habitats in the areas of Wolverhampton, Sandwell, Walsall, Dudley, Birmingham, Solihull, and Coventry.
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